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Belonging and its critical impact on student mental health

As remote learning continues, it’s no secret that mental health is suffering. However, creating a sense of belonging can help students feel more connected.

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Belonging and its critical impact on student mental health

As remote learning continues, it’s no secret that mental health is suffering. However, creating a sense of belonging can help students feel more connected.

Casey Pettit Director of Strategic Partnerships, Project Wayfinder

SEL & Mental Health

High School & Society

Why Representation Matters to BIPOC Teachers and Their Students

We spoke to education leaders on why representation is important. Here’s their perspective on representation, inclusivity, and why we need to move beyond diversity for diversity’s sake.

Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute

Anti-racism Education

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Submissions from XQ’s #MakeASongChallenge Reveal What Matters Most to Students Today

In XQ’s #MakeASongChallenge, students explored the causes they’re passionate about through artivism: a blend of art and activism that promotes positive change.

Ashley Wen Content Marketing Manager, XQ Institute

Student Agency, Identity & Experiences

High School Redesign

5 Ways to Inclusively Teach Black History

Black History Month is an opportunity to reflect on the impact Black history has had in shaping the world we live in. Here are 5 resources for you to bring it to life in your classroom.

Ashley Wen Content Marketing Manager, XQ Institute

Teaching & Learning

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Upbeat Academy: Music Education that Transforms Lives

All students have the potential to do amazing things. This school gives students the tools they need to unleash creativity through music education and lead them to success.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

Teen Activism

High School & Society

Education Policy 101: What Is Education Policy?

Everyone is an education policymaker; some might just not know it. Dive into the basics with this summary and learn everything from how it works to how you can get involved.

Jennifer Ellis Director of Policy Engagement, XQ Institute

Education Policy

High School Life

5 Resources for Amplifying Student Voices and Experiences

To rethink high school, we must create space for student voice. Here are 5 resources for you to use in your classroom this week.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

Student Agency, Identity & Experiences

High School Redesign

How to Center Student Voice and Equity Amidst Learning Shifts

Need help meeting student needs as you adapt to remote learning and beyond? Here’s a place to start.

Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute

Design Tools & Resources

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COVID-19, Teen Stress, and How Educators Can Support Stress Management Today

Hear from four social workers on the changing mental health landscape for teens, how their work has changed in remote learning, and how we can support our teens better.

Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute

SEL & Mental Health

High School & Society

5 Resources for Student Wellness and Stress Management

ISSUE 53 • January 10, 2021 Happy New Year! Students and educators are setting new intentions, resolutions, and goals for 2021. While there’s a ton of excitement and…

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

SEL & Mental Health

High School & Society

The Importance of Arts Education and Why the Arts Matter in the Age of COVID-19

In remote learning, arts education has never been more fragile. Here’s how these educators are sparking creativity in their students and learn how you can too.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

Teaching & Learning

High School Redesign

The power of this project-based learning and place-based learning school

At Círculos, project-based, place-based learning isn’t just a catchphrase. It’s reshaped the way students experience school.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool

School-wide Approaches

High School Life

Lucid Dreaming: Planning for a Better Future in a School Crisis

COVID-19 has disrupted education. Learn how to respond to the moment and transform the future through lucid dreaming.

Nithi Thomas Partner, The Learning Accelerator
High School Redesign

What Are Restorative Justice Circles, and When Can They be Utilized?

Restorative justice circles are a great tool for building relationships and achieving goals. Here’s how you can use them in your classroom and beyond.

Nicole Smith Restorative Justice Trainer-Consultant & Writer
High School Redesign

5 Resources To Rethink High School

We’ve been creating new resources to help educators, students, and communities #ReThinkHighSchool. Here are 5 of our favorites to jumpstart your week of teaching.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool
Beyond High School Graduation

How to Find the Right Career Path in High School

Finding a career is an intimidating task, especially for high school students. Here’s a great place to start when creating your path.

Jules Nash Contributing Writer, XQ Institute
Beyond High School Graduation

Adulting 101: A Few Financial Basics of Adult Life

Learn how to get your finances in order with these well-explained financial basics.

Team XQ #ReThinkHighSchool
High School & Society

Connecting Individual Actions to Systematic Change: An Interview with Professor Rich Milner

Education thought leader and Vanderbilt University Professor Rich Milner in conversation with XQ’s Hana Beach.

Hana Beach Editorial Associate, XQ Institute

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Teen Stress Badge

We all have stress. But that doesn’t mean we all understand what stress really is or grasp the impact stress can have on our lives. Find some answers for yourself and your life with this XQ course.
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XQ Music and Activism Challenge ft. SOL Development

Listen to top submissions from the XQ #MakeASong Challenge!
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XQ Dance and Activism Challenge ft. Misty Copeland

Express your identity through dance and movement. Move your body, move your soul.